Serving 725 students in grades 5-6, Koontz Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Koontz Intermediate serves the southern part of Asheville, NC, covering approximately 59.6 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area being about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Koontz Intermediate's student population of 725 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
725 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Koontz Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Koontz Intermediate is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1459 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)48%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
11%
24%
White
54%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Koontz Intermediate's ranking?
Koontz Intermediate is ranked #1459 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Koontz Intermediate often compared to?
Koontz Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Koontz Intermediate?
725 students attend Koontz Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Koontz Intermediate students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Koontz Intermediate?
Koontz Intermediate has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Koontz Intermediate offer ?
Koontz Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Koontz Intermediate part of?
Koontz Intermediate is part of Buncombe County Schools.
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